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Stanley Lake Campground

Sawtooth National Forest, Idaho

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As of October 2026, Stanley Lake Campground is a campground in Sawtooth National Forest, Idaho with 17 campsites. Stanley Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Stanley Lake Campground is located at 44.2486° N, 115.0525° W.

people allowed on 12 of 17 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 5 largest sites: 16

Stanley Lake Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Stanley Lake Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Stanley Lake Campground

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Standard 12
Group 5

What an RV fits

30–34 ft1 site
35–39 ft3 sites
40–44 ft5 sites
45–49 ft7 sites
50–54 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography.

All sites at Stanley Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the STANLEY LAKE CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
007	Group	16	48 ft
008	Group	16	40 ft
009	Standard	8	45 ft
010	Standard	8	46 ft
011	Group	16	36 ft
012	Standard	8	35 ft
014	Standard	8	52 ft
015	Standard	8	47 ft
016	Standard	8	43 ft
017	Standard	8	32 ft
018	Standard	8	40 ft
019	Standard	8	42 ft
020	Group	16	45 ft
021	Standard	8	37 ft
022	Standard	8	44 ft
023	Group	16	49 ft
024	Standard	8	45 ft

About Stanley Lake Campground

Overview

Stanley Lake Campground is located on the shoreline above beautiful Stanley Lake at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountains.

Recreation

Stanley Lake offers excellent boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow, cutthroat, brook and bull trout. A boat ramp is located just outside the campground.

The Idaho Centennial Trail passes nearby and can be accessed from the Stanley Lake Trailhead across the lake.

Facilities

The campground offers 17 reservable sites, as well as additional first come, first served sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and spurs within the site are gravel.

A scenic overlook is located next to sites 3 and 4, with outstanding views of McGowan Peak and Stanley Lake. Painters and photographers frequent the overlook to capture the views.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on a hillside above the lake in a thick grove of lodgepole pines, at an elevation of 6,500 feet. Most campsites have partial shade and views of the lake and/or the rugged 9860-foot McGowan Peak. Temperatures are cool, with an average summer high of 78 degrees and a low of 40 degrees.

Nearby Attractions

Stanley Lake lies within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, which offers a myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities. An estimated 750 miles of trails crisscross the valley and surrounding mountains.

Numerous sparkling lakes and streams, including the Salmon River, dot the area, making for great rainbow and native Westslope cutthroat trout fishing. Redfish Lake is nearby, offering additional water recreation opportunities.

Popular area events include an Arts and Crafts Fair in July, and Wagon Days, Salmon Festival, Quilt Fair and Fireman's Ball in September.

Rules and notices at Stanley Lake Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Stanley Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY. Double sites: refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.

Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.

Extra Vehicles: Your camp fee includes the first vehicle only in a single site and the first 2 vehicles in a double site. All other vehicles will be charged 50% of the posted camp fee at the time of check-in and cannot be paid for in advance. Coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.

Campground Sites have been 'Realigned' with new numbers - Please add "6" to the previous site numbers to get the same site with the NEW number (for instance, old #4 is now #10, or old #26 is now #32)

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Idaho Off-Road Vehicle Safety Message

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Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.

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Stanley Lake Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Stanley Lake Campground?

Stanley Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Stanley Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Stanley Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Stanley Lake Campground have?

Stanley Lake Campground has 17 campsites.